Specifications Writer

SCB is seeking a talented Specification Writer to join our Chicago office. We’re a national, multi-disciplinary design firm with a focus on multi-family residential, adaptive reuse, academic, hospitality, commercial interiors, and aviation projects. At SCB, everyone engages in design. Our team is agile, creative, and efficient. Our work is thoughtful, distinctive, and responsive. We’re proud of our diverse team and value the broad range of perspectives, experiences, and skills they bring to each project. We’re looking for an individual who is passionate about technical design excellence, collaborative by nature, and possesses an advanced understanding of building materials, systems, detailing, and construction methods. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of talented professionals on all aspects of project design and development under the direct supervision of the Director of Technical Design and Principals. You will closely collaborate with project teams, including consultants, to prepare specifications and project manuals and contribute to the design excellence of projects.

Responsibilities

Engage with the project teams to facilitate assembly of the specifications and project manual; Assist the project team with the technical development of the project; Monitor project document progress, provide feedback on open issues, and review and edit specifications; Manage time and organize tasks effectively to meet project deadlines; Maintain and evolve SCB’s template specifications as required; Research and maintain current manufacturer information and code requirements to support specification development; Work closely with the technical directors and sustainability leader to provide consistent, high-quality specification deliverables; Participate in ongoing continuing education and industry events applicable to specification development; Engage with the project and studio team with a positive, team-first attitude and willingness to learn and contribute to the project and firm’s success

Requirements

Accredited professional degree in architecture or related degree such as Engineering or Construction Management; 10+ years post-graduate, full-time working experience in an architectural firm; Strong attention to detail; Excellent communication skills; Working knowledge of building codes; Advanced technical knowledge of building systems, material assemblies, and engineering concepts; Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Newforma, Teams

Nice to have

Licensed Architect in the U.S.; CSI CDT Certification; LEED AP; Familiarity with specifications writing software such as SpecLink

Benefits

medical; dental; disability; paid holidays and time off; 401K retirement matching; flexible work environment; training programs; mentoring; reimbursement for licensing exams and professional memberships